Mobile printer repair for small offices

Small businesses, home offices, clinics, law and accounting offices, and households that would rather not replace a printer.

Call-out fee plus labour and parts per repair, and monthly or yearly service contracts for offices that want regular maintenance and quick response.

• Mechanical and electronics troubleshooting
• Basic networking and driver setup
• Clear, patient customer service

• Commercial general liability insurance, and cover for client equipment in your care
• Whether your municipality requires a business licence, and your provincial rules on registering a business name
• Some manufacturers limit access to parts and manuals for non-authorized repairers, so check supplier terms
• Register for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold
• Handling toner safely and disposing of waste parts and cartridges according to local rules
• Winter driving and carrying heavy equipment, so plan your routes and vehicle

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on the tools, parts stock and vehicle setup you need. Also budget for commercial general liability insurance, including cover for client equipment.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $800 to $4,500, depending on how many call-outs you book and whether you sell service plans. Winter driving and heavy equipment can affect your routes, so plan carefully.

Check whether your municipality requires a business licence and your provincial rules on registering a business name. Also check manufacturer limits on parts and manuals, GST/HST registration, and local rules for disposing of toner and waste parts.